School-Based Social Worker - West Hartford, Connecticut

BlazerJobs; Washington; On-site; USD 47,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Housing

Meals/incidentals

Job summary

BlazerJobs is seeking a school social worker to support students’ emotional and behavioral health on-site near West Hartford, CT. The contract runs from late October through January, with a structured 35-hour workweek and collaboration with teachers, admins, and families to promote student well-being.

Candidates must hold an active SW license with a School Social Worker endorsement (#071). Experience in schools is preferred, with strong crisis intervention, child development knowledge, and

Qualifications

• Active SW license with School Social Worker endorsement (#071) required.
• Experience in school setting preferred.
• Strong understanding of child development, crisis intervention, and behavioral management.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing needs and work effectively within diverse school communities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct individual and group sessions to support students’ emotional, behavioral, and mental health needs.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and families to create and implement intervention plans.
• Assist in crisis situations, providing immediate support and appropriate referrals.
• Promote social and emotional learning through development and delivery of targeted programs.
• Maintain detailed, confidential student records and documentation as required by school policies.

Skills

SW license

School endorsement #071

Crisis intervention

Communication

Collaboration

Job description

Job Description

Make a positive impact in the lives of students by providing essential support as a school social worker. This contract opportunity near West Hartford, CT, runs from late October through January and is ideal for professionals passionate about fostering student well-being and community engagement. As part of a dedicated educational team, you'll be on-site, working with students, faculty, and families to facilitate growth and resilience.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Active Social Worker (SW) license with a School Social Worker endorsement (#071) required
• Previous experience in a school setting preferred
• Strong understanding of child development, crisis intervention, and behavioral management
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to adapt to changing needs and work effectively within diverse school communities

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct individual and group sessions to support students’ emotional, behavioral, and mental health needs
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and families to create and implement intervention plans
• Assist in crisis situations, providing immediate support and appropriate referrals
• Promote social and emotional learning through development and delivery of targeted programs
• Maintain detailed, confidential student records and documentation as required by school policies

Why Consider This Opportunity:

• Influence young lives during a critical period of academic and personal development
• Work on-site and collaborate with a supportive multidisciplinary team
• Enjoy a structured full-time schedule of 35 hours per week
• Contract placement ensures professional flexibility

Compensation for this position ranges from $34.19 to $52.57. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.

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